Administration

Dr. Cedric B. Stewart
Campus Principal

Dr. Cedric B. Stewart is an accomplished educator and principal with a distinguished teaching, curriculum development, and educational leadership career. With a strong background in creating innovative curricula, evaluating teacher performance, and fostering conducive learning environments, Dr. Stewart has consistently demonstrated his commitment to educational excellence. Prior to his arrival at Victory Early College High School, his professional journey included key roles such as Principal at Jewell Houston Academy, interim Principal at Knippel Education Center, Assistant Principal, Testing Coordinator, Behavioral Specialist, and College Professor, where he has been instrumental in implementing transformational initiatives, developing strategic plans, and forming meaningful partnerships with community educational institutions.

Dr. Stewart’s academic credentials include a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University, multiple Master’s degrees in Educational Counseling, Administration and Supervision, and Criminal Justice, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Lamar University. He has also completed prestigious leadership programs at Harvard University and Holdsworth. His extensive experience and proven leadership in aligning curriculum, instruction, and assessment programs, along with his dedication to advocating for public policy changes, have earned him numerous awards and recognitions, including the Secondary Principal of the Year for Aldine ISD and the Regional Principal of the Year by HAABSE. Dr. Stewart continues to contribute to the field as an adjunct professor and a sought-after speaker at educational conferences.

Natalya Walker
Assistant Principal

Natalya Walker holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Music from the University of New Orleans, which she received in 1993. She obtained a Masters in Music from the University of Houston in 1996. From 1994-1996 Natalya began singing with Houston Grand Opera, while simultaneously working towards her certification/Masters in Music.

After two years of performing, in 1996 Natalya began teaching in the Aldine Independent School District. At this point, her teaching career started at Stovall Middle School. She returned back to school in 1998 and received a certification in Administration in 2000 from the University of Houston. She began working as an Assistant Principal at Nimitz High School in 2001, where she remained for 5 years.  After serving as Assistant Principal at Nimitz she went on to serve as Curriculum Assistant Principal at Carver Magnet High School. In 2016 she was presented with an opportunity to learn about the Early College System where she presently serves and continues the role of Assistant Principal for Curriculum.